Visiting Assistant Professor-Chemistry

Appointment Type: Non-Tenure Track

State Title: Assistant Professor

Bargaining Unit: AFT

Employment Type: 35 hours per week/Full-Time

Expected Start Date: January 10, 2027

End Date: June 11, 2027

Compensation: Range 24/ $ 91,777.27 - $ 99,422.70

About TCNJ

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution
that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive
colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State
Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year
graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is
ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely
to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it
the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the
northeast.

About the Department:

The Chemistry Department has 13 full-time faculty members, 9 of
whom are tenure-track, and approximately 120 majors. We occupy a
recently expanded and renovated Chemistry Building, which is part
of TCNJ's six-building STEM Complex, providing tremendous
opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. The Chemistry
Department offers state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities
with extensive instrumentation (see: science.tcnj.edu/about/facilities-labs
) .

TCNJ's Department of Chemistry offers a Bachelor of Science in
Chemistry degree with specializations in Biochemistry, Materials
Chemistry, and Secondary Education. The Bachelor of Science in
Chemistry degree can be Amer ican Chemical Society ( ACS)
certified. Over 80% of our majors participate in one or more
semesters of research with a Chemistry faculty member. A large
percentage of our undergraduates go on to earn Ph.D.s in Chemistry
and related fields. In the past five years, the department was
awarded over $3 million in external grants and has produced more
than 4 0 peer-reviewed papers or book chapters. TCNJ faculty and
students are very active with the American Chemical Society and
recently hosted the Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting (MARM) in 2022
with the Trenton Local Section. For more information about the
department, visit chemistry.tcnj.edu .

Position Overview:

The Department of Chemistry at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)
invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, starting
Spring 2027. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in one of
the Chemistry subdisciplines (Analytical, Biochemistry, Inorganic,
Organic, or Physical) or a closely related field, with teaching
experience in introductory, analytical, biochemistry, inorganic,
organic, or physical chemistry. We invite applicants who are
committed to high-quality teaching and mentorship with
undergraduate students and possess a commitment to using
active-learning pedagogies in lecture and laboratory settings. We
encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of
professional backgrounds and experiences, including mid-career
applicants.

Teaching responsibilities will include General Chemistry and one or
more other courses, including Organic Chemistry, Analytical
Chemistry, Biochemistry, Thermodynamics, and/or our General Organic
Biochemistry (GOB) course for nursing students. These teaching
assignments are typically scheduled during the day, but may on
occasion require instruction of an evening course section.
Preference will be given to applicants whose background enables
them to teach upper-level advanced courses– some examples include
organic synthesis, instrumental analysis, bioanalytical chemistry,
process chemistry, kinetics, pharmacology and toxicology,
bioinformatics, proteomics, or medicinal chemistry. Ideal
candidates should have an interest in developing and implementing
high-impact teaching pedagogies that use active learning and
student-centered approaches, as well as laboratory instruction that
focuses on inquiry-based learning. The Department continues to
enhance its General, Organic, and GOB chemistry curricula, and its
B.S. degree track, which includes ACS-certification and materials
science and biochemistry specializations. Please visit the
Department's website for information on its curriculum, faculty
members, and their research interests: https://chemistry.tcnj.edu

Applicants will be expected to actively participate in departmental
activities, including departmental and faculty committees in
addition to their 24 FWH/10 month teaching load . The Department of
Chemistry and the School of Science are also deeply invested in the
professional development of all of our faculty. As members of the
TCNJ community, faculty and staff benefit from professional
development resources, including Center for Excellence in Teaching
and Learning (CETL) instructional mini-grants, pedagogical
workshops, and campus-wide training programs supported by Academic
Affairs and Human Resources.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations
in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the
requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause
the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for
the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of
an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification
of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form
I-9).

Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to
apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu .

Employee Benefits

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a
part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible
full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous
benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement
benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and

prescription plans

• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings

Program

• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement

Program

• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group

life insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet

insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park
tickets, etc.)

• Access to extensive learning opportunities

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees,
visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to
learn more!

How to Apply

A pplicants should compile a single PDF file containing the
items listed below. Apply online at the following link and
upload a single PDF file to the resume section of the
application :

• Letter of application indicating how the candidate's background

aligns with the advertised position,

• Curriculum vitae, Statement of Teaching and Mentoring

Philosophy: A statement outlining the candidate's philosophy on
undergraduate teaching, student mentoring, and their alignment with
the educational and strategic goals of the College. Candidates may
draw upon experience gained through direct classroom instruction,
laboratory supervision, industrial team leadership, technical
mentoring, or other relevant experiences. The statement should
discuss the candidate's abilities to teach upper-level chemistry
courses as well as their commitment to inclusive teaching practices
(2-3 pages).

• Unofficial copies of all graduate transcripts, and a
• List of three references with contact information who can speak

to the applicant's potential for teaching excellence,
organizational skills, and ability to work as part of a team . ( If
selected for a site visit, references will be contacted.)

Review of complete applications will begin on October 22,
2026 .

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive
campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all
backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and
talents of all members of our community and strive to create an
environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities
for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all
applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and
affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals
whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our
institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and
integrity.